Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB2100

Introduced
3/29/23  

Caption

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure for fiscal year 2024.

Impact

The potential impact of HB2100 on state laws lies in its direct effect on the operational ability of the judicial commissions in the District of Columbia. Organizations and entities reliant on federal funding for their judicial oversight roles may face challenges in executing their duties effectively due to the reduced financial support. This limitation could lead to a decrease in the oversight capabilities of these commissions, potentially undermining judicial governance in the District of Columbia.

Summary

House Bill 2100 seeks to impose a limitation on the availability of funds designated for the District of Columbia regarding Federal Payments for Judicial Commissions, as well as for the Commission on Judicial Disabilities and Tenure for the fiscal year 2024. Specifically, the bill stipulates that the maximum amount of funds that can be appropriated or made available for these purposes should not exceed $295,000. This move signals a tightening of the financial resources allocated to these judicial bodies, which are crucial for overseeing judicial accountability and governance in D.C.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB2100 could arise from discussions over federal funding and its implications on local jurisdictional autonomy. Proponents may argue that the limitation reflects a necessary fiscal responsibility and oversight, while opponents may raise concerns regarding the reduction of funding as a means of undermining local governance structures. As such, the debates surrounding this bill reflect broader ideological divides regarding funding priorities and the balance of authority between state and local jurisdictions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB2101

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Judicial Commissions, Judicial Nomination Commission for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2085

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for The Judiciary, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Other Judiciary Activities, Fees of Jurors and Commissions for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2105

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment to the DC Water and Sewer Authority for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2097

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment to the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2092

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, DC Court of Appeals for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2093

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, Superior Court of DC for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2091

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for Emergency Planning and Security Costs in the District of Columbia for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2094

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for District of Columbia, Federal Payment for the DC Courts, DC Court System for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2082

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for The Judiciary, Court of Appeals, District Courts, and Other Judicial Services, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

US HB2089

To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for The Judiciary, US Sentencing Commission, Salaries and Expenses for fiscal year 2024.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.